Lenovo 4X97A80384 SR665 3.5 Middle SAS Cable KIT V2

Lenovo 4X97A80384 SR665 3.5" Middle SAS Cable Kit V2

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A80384 is a SAS cable kit designed for the SR665 server platform, providing the internal cabling infrastructure needed to connect middle-bay 3.5" drive backplanes to the system's SAS HBA or RAID controller. Without the correct OEM cable kit, middle-bay drive populations in the SR665 are either unsupported or require non-standard routing that can compromise signal integrity and serviceability. This V2 kit addresses that gap, providing a direct-fit solution for the specific mid-chassis backplane positions in the SR665.

Compatibility

Designed for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR665 rack server. Targets the middle 3.5" drive bay configuration — confirm your SR665 chassis variant and server accessory bay population against Lenovo's official SR665 configuration guide before ordering, as SR665 cable routing varies by backplane option and drive bay count. The SAS interface aligns with Lenovo's supported RAID and HBA controllers in the SR665 platform; verify controller-to-backplane compatibility in the SR665 product guide for your specific controller card. Not interchangeable with front-bay or rear-bay cable kits for the same chassis.

Installation Notes

Internal server cabling requires full server power-down and, on the SR665, typically removal of the top cover and any obstructing PCIe riser cages before routing. Cable routing in middle-bay configurations is space-constrained — follow Lenovo's SR665 maintenance manual for the correct cable path to avoid pinch points near the fan wall. Confirm connector orientation at both the backplane and controller ends before seating; forced insertion on misaligned SAS connectors damages the latch tabs. Weight is 2.00 lb.